Shelby woman sentenced for Medicaid fraud

SHELBY, N.C. — A 72-year-old Shelby woman will spend six years in prison for Medicaid fraud.

Linda Radeker rented out her Medicaid provider number to people in Gaston and Cleveland counties. She kept a percentage of the fraudulent reimbursements.

Thursdayu, a judge told her she will have to pay the $6.1 million back.